December weather forecast
Katonah, NY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Katonah, New York, with temperature in the range of an average low of 30.2°F (-1°C) and an average high of 40.1°F (4.5°C).

Temperature

December brings a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from November's cool 50°F (10°C) to an icy 40.1°F (4.5°C). An average low-temperature of 30.2°F (-1°C) is common during the nights of December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

In Katonah, in December, during 10 rainfall days, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 144.2 rainfall days, and 22.32" (567mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 4.3 days. Throughout December, 1.65" (42mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 23.1 snowfall days, and 9.02" (229mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:26 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:35 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Katonah?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Katonah, is 40.1°F (4.5°C) and the average low-temperature is 30.2°F (-1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Katonah, during December, the rain falls for 10 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 4.3 days. Throughout December, 1.65" (42mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Katonah?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Katonah have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 16min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:35 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Katonah have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.9h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Katonah, NY

Average temperature in December - Katonah, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 40.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Katonah, NY

Average pressure in December - Katonah, NY
  • Average pressure in December: 30.07"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Katonah, NY

Average wind speed in December - Katonah, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Katonah, NY

Average humidity in December - Katonah, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Katonah, NY

Average rainfall in December - Katonah, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.68").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.18").

Average rainfall days in December
Katonah, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Katonah, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Katonah, NY

Average snowfall in December - Katonah, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.65"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.95").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Katonah, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Katonah, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Katonah, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Katonah, NY
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Katonah, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Katonah, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Katonah, NY

Average UV index in December - Katonah, NY
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Katonah, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Katonah, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Katonah, NY

Average visibility in December - Katonah, NY
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).

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